Pump Pressure Tank Diagram

My son asked me how our well works and i was trying to find some basic diagram that showed all the working parts.

Pump pressure tank diagram.

Drain valve drain easy draining of the system. Connect the pump to a source of electricity. Be sure to follow the proper requirements listed below and in th. Technically qualified personnel should install pumps and motors.

We have what i think is pretty typical well here in montana a submerged pump down in the ground and a pressure tank on. Once this volume has built up then the pressure switch turns off and the water then pushes out into the line providing a more constant flow and pressure. Failure to install in compliance with local and national codes and manufacturers recommendations may result in electrical shock fire hazard unsatisfactory performance and. This well pressure tank installation video shows the steps you ll need for this replacement.

Well pump pressure tank diagram. Relief valve protects against pressure build up. Tank tee connets water line from pump to pressure tank and service line from tank to house. When this happens it creates a balloon of water that can build up in the tank.

Let air out of the tank until this pressure is 2 to 4 psi below the cut in pressure for the pump which is the lower of its pressure settings. Install a pressure tank on the delivery side of the pump as shown in the diagram. We recommend that a licensed contractor install all new systems and replace existing pumps and motors.